On Sunday November 10, the Mayor, Councillor Imogen Makepeace, laid a wreath of red poppies at the War Memorial, as part of the Remembrance procession. 

After the procession, along with the Mace Bearer, Town Clerk and fellow councillors, Councillor Makepeace joined the annual Remembrance service at St Michael’s Church, Lewes, which was well-attended.

On Monday November 11, the Mayor, councillors, past mayors and military personnel attended for a short service at Lewes War Memorial to mark Armistice Day.  

At 11am a maroon sounded and the last post was played before the Royal British Legion laid a wreath at the war memorial. 

A council spokesperson said: 

“The annual Remembrance Sunday procession and service was a moving tribute. This was followed by a sombre and meaningful ceremony on Armistice Day. 

“Lewes Town Council was pleased to sell the new plastic-free poppy, made entirely from paper paper created from renewable fibres from renewable sources including offcuts from coffee cups, that is completely recyclable at home.” 

“We are grateful to the Royal British Legion for organising these important dates in our civic calendar.”